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Numerous 700-year-old olive trees were planted by the Franks in the community of Pyrgos, hence the name Frankincense olives.

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In the past, the residents of Pyrgos, along with those of all other Cypriot settlements, obtained water for their domestic and agricultural needs from the residential area. The transfer includes estates outside the residential zone. The transport of water to the homes and properties was arduous and tiring, particularly for the women who were responsible for it, regardless of whether they had an animal, typically a donkey, which made the work somewhat easier. As time passed, humans developed numerous techniques for extracting water from the surface of the planet. Alakati was one such effective method that was employed for an extended period of time.

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It is located in the Kamares region southeast of the village, where there was once a watermill and tank (the foundations of which can still be seen today). Water was channeled to the watermill and adjacent crops from the Tremythos tributary via petraulaka and above the Kamares.

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Prior to 1963, Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots peacefully coexisted in the Larnaca district village of Pyrga. After 1963, the Turkish Cypriots migrated to the nearby Turkish Cypriot village of Klavdia. In addition, they deserted their place of worship, the Muslim Mosque. Since then, the structure has not been maintained or preserved, and it is currently in a very poor state.

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In commanding fashion, the Tower of Marcellos looms to the south of the village. This is the country home of physician and author Theodoros Marcellos. The Tower of Marcellos is an original residence with a front-facing square tower. The construction of the tower is connected to one of the proposed origins of the village’s name. According to this theory, “the name of the community derives from the presence of towers (Pyrgos in Greek means Tower) in prominent locations around the homes.” According to the villagers, Marcellos shared this belief, and he constructed the tower for this reason.

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Pyrga abounds in splendour and marvels. It is difficult to identify whether historical, religious, or natural interests should be prioritised. Despite this, the common traveller can cover all directions due to the abundance of desirable destinations.

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